Grand Rapids, MI

Deaf Inc (doing business as Deaf & Hard of Hearing Services)

EIN 82-0555112

Health & Wellness Disability Services & Support People with disabilities

Mission

To provide equal communication access, education, and advocacy so Deaf, DeafBlind and Hard of Hearing people can pursue full participation and opportunity in community life.

IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) public charity Contributions are tax-deductible

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About Deaf Inc (doing business as Deaf & Hard of Hearing Services)

Deaf Inc (operating as Deaf & Hard of Hearing Services) is a donor-facing 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Grand Rapids, Michigan that delivers communication access, interpreting, education, youth programs and advocacy for Deaf, DeafBlind and Hard of Hearing people and their families. Research confirms the organization files IRS Form 990 under EIN 82-0555112 and actively publishes annual reports and year-in-review materials; recent organizational activity (2024–2026) includes sustained program-service revenue, ongoing Deaf Awareness programming, and a leadership transition to an interim executive director in January 2026. The organization operates community education, ASL classes, DeafBlind SSP services, youth & family programs and interpreting/captioning services that together serve several hundred people annually.

Notable achievements

New facility and successful capital campaign

Completed a capital campaign and opened new program space at the Special Olympics Unified Sports & Inclusion Center (campaign announced completed in 2022), creating a permanent, accessible hub for programs and community gatherings.

Sustained program-scale operations (FY2023–FY2024)

Maintained strong program-service revenue (program services constituted the large majority of reported revenue in recent Form 990 filings), supporting interpreting, education, youth and assistive-technology efforts across West Michigan.

Leadership continuity during transition

Appointed an internal leader as Interim Executive Director (January 2026) to provide continuity while the Board reassesses strategic priorities and completes a national search.

At a glance

Total assets: $713K
Annual revenue: $1.3M
Tax status: 501(c)(3)Public charity
EIN: 82-0555112
Location: Grand Rapids, MI
Website: deafhhs.org
On Mahalo since: May 2026

Financial figures from the IRS Business Master File, the IRS’s registry of tax-exempt organizations.

Recognition

Active local partnerships and funder support — has received grants and partnerships from local foundations and community funders to support youth and access programs.

Listed in mainstream nonprofit directories and profile services and files annual IRS Form 990s under EIN 82-0555112 (public filings and annual reports are available).

Cited in local media and public meetings for community leadership and expertise on Deaf access and interpreting needs; staff and leaders serve on state advisory bodies related to Deaf/DeafBlind/Hearing services.

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